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Roberta S. Jacobson: Nonviolent dissent is not criminal behavior. Opposition to the government is not criminal behavior.

On the recordJune 6, 2012
Nonviolent dissent is not criminal behavior. Opposition to the government is not criminal behavior.
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Roberta S. Jacobson

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Emphasizing the legitimacy of dissent and free speech in Cuba.

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